Prologue

Sometimes I look out the window and wonder what my life would be like if my mom were still here. If she was here she would've been able to see me get my driver's license or help me with my problems. But no, she just had to leave.

I haven't seen my mom in 5 years, if I even can call her my mom. The last time I heard from her was a year ago, calling to say she was coming back, then changed her mind a couple days later. My dad beats me every day. Kicking, hitting, and punching until I can't walk anymore. Every day I feel like giving up.
But, music has saved my life. It's my only escape besides my friend, Araya. Whenever I need someone to talk to or if I need to get something off my chest she will be right there.